Ford Escape Quiz
Starting and Stopping the Engine

Automatic Engine Stop

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What Is Automatic Engine Stop

Automatic Engine Stop is a feature that shuts off the engine when it has been idling for an extended period to help you save fuel.

How Automatic Engine Stop Works

Automatic Engine Stop turns the engine off. The ignition is also turned off to conserve battery charge. Before the engine shuts off, a message appears in the information display with a countdown timer. If you do not take action within 30 seconds, the engine shuts off. Another message appears in the information display to inform you that the engine has been stopped to save fuel. Start the vehicle as usual.

Turning Automatic Engine Stop On and Off

4.2-Inch Instrument Cluster Display / Push Button Start

  1. Using the information display controls on the steering wheel, select Settings.
  2. Select Vehicle Settings.
  3. Turn the 30 Minutes Max. Idle switch on or off.

12.3-Inch Instrument Cluster Display / Push Button Start

  1. Press the menu button on the steering wheel to enter the information display main menu.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Turn the Automatic Engine Stop switch on or off.

Canceling Automatic Engine Stop

You can stop the engine from shutting off or reset the timer at any time before the 30-second countdown expires by doing any of the following:

  • Pressing the brake pedal or accelerator pedal.
  • Pressing the OK or RESET button during the countdown.

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